Colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols book

For the first time, a detailed historical record of the development and use of these pistols, together with a detailed listing of general officers pistols and serial numbers. Brunners book the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols. In those halcyon days, most folks tucked a neat little breakaction revolver in their waistband or dropped a slim semiauto in th. Contained within is a detailed historical record of the development and use of these pistols, together with a detailed listing of general officers pistols and serial numbers. Buy colt automatic pistols for sale at auction invaluable. This particular edition is in a leather bound format. Tom mchale is the author of the insanely practical guides book. Military automatic pistols 1920 1945 edward scott meadows. The colt model 1903 pocket hammerless not to be confused with the colt model 1903 pocket hammer or the m1903 springfield rifle is a. Military contracts ended, and the civilian market was quite weak colt shipped just 2 of the. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii jan c still luger. Colt model 1903 hammerless 32 pocket auto pistol, 3rd type. Colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol 10 fun facts.

The title of this book is colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii leather and it was written by dr. Thus, in 1902, colt started production of the colt automatic pistol, pocket model factory designation model m. The colt model 1903 pocket hammer was a shortrecoil, semi automatic pistol, designed by the american arms designer john browning. Colt automatic pistol and revolver information 23 years of. Colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii john w. Colt automatic pistol and revolver information 23 years. Military automatic pistols 1894 1920 edward scott meadows u.

In my book, the colt 1903 hammerless general officers pocket pistol is one of the most exciting new arms to come down the pike. Colt model 1903 hammerless 32 pocket auto pistol 3rd type a slim, pocket sized semi automatic pistol, the model 1903 was offered by colt in. Colt pistols and revolvers for firearms collectors gun of. Despite the title hammerless, the m1903 and m1908 pistols do have a hammer, which is covered and hidden from view under the. Engraved colt 1908 vest pocket pistol, published, with box. Profusely illustrated it is based on many years of research in the colt factory production and shipping records as well as personal examination of these pistols over more than sixty years. Brunner the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii john w. It was a project that came out of the woodwork at the 2015 shot show and looks to be coming to fruition soon test pistols are being sent out to the media as this is being written.

The highest recorded production number is 572215, with serial numbers 572216 through 572451 being manufactured but never assembled, being scrapped in 1945. Colts 1903 model m pocket pistols, by gary paul johnston. As americas leading pistol parts supplier, numrich has the colt model 1903 pocket hammerless parts and accessories that you want. Colt brings back limited run of model 1903 hammerless. Colt model 1903 hammerless 32 pocket auto pistol 3rd type a slim, pocketsized semiautomatic pistol, the model 1903 was offered by colt in. In an effort to reclaim some of the market, colt contracted browning to create a similar design for it. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Brunner and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.

Colt model 1903 hammerless semiauto pocket pistols. It is believed that colt model 1903 pocket hammerless. Brunner one of the great current, out of print or rare titles available from bunduki books. The gun went on sale in august of that year and was a huge hit. The most authoritative publication on the colt pocket hammerless models has been recently reprinted in an improved second edition. Browning acquiesced, cut a very lucrative deal with colt, and slightly modified the guns design. Colt pocket hammerless 1903 type iii semiautomatic pistol. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii john w. Apr 14, 2016 a 1919 colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol tom mchale. Usa ive always had a man crush on the colt model 1903 and im not exactly sure why. Welcome to, the website for collectors of colt automatic pistols and revolvers. Mechanically, its a simple and reliable straight blowback design with a.

One of the first semiautomatic pocket pistols on the market, the name pocket hammerless is a bit of a misnomer. It holds 9 rounds, 8 in the magazine plus 1 in the chamber. Handguns of world war ii, the secondary pistols and revolvers charles pate u. Compact, easy to shoot and very accurate at 114 years of age, its way ahead of the current trend toward singlestack concealed carry pistols with rounded frames and slides. Colt model 1903 hammerless 32 pocket auto pistol 3rd type. The colt 1908 and 1903 pistols have a long positive history of both military service and civilian. The second edition of my book on the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols is now available. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols hardcover 1996 by john w. John brunner, the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols. Despite the name, the model 1903 isnt hammerless at all the hammer is concealed inside the rear of the slide. Colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii leather by dr. When referring to the pistol generically, ill use the terms pocket hammerless or model m, and when talking about the. This book is the equvilant of charles clawsons excellent and highly sought after treatise on colt 45 service pistols and has already become a treasured prize for anyone interested in colt pocket autos. Colt guns colt prewar automatics page 1 collectors.

It was seeing the new production colt 1903 pocket hammerless at shot show this year that got me to thinking, so, it makes sense to kick it off with an antique 1903. Its design is in no way related to the colt model 1903 pocket hammerless or the fn model 1903 pistol. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by john brunner. This colt manufactured second variation 3 34 long barrel with a 332 extractor cut is for the ear. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by john brunner description. This pistol is listed in john brunners book the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols. Mar 12, 2017 the colt 1908 is the bigger brother to the famous colt 1903. It is based on many years of research in the colt factory production and shipping records as well as examination of these pistols over more than sixty years. In august 1902, colt released the new gun as the model 1903 hammerless pocket pistol. If your gun is new then this idea will be helpful in your library the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols is one of the books you should not. This site has served collectors for over 20 years since it was established in 1996 and includes both general and specific information on most prewwii colt automatic firearms models.

Brunner in it brunner lists every serial number issued to a general officer and tells you who had it. Colt pistols and revolvers for firearms collectors gun. Jun 15, 2010 the colt 1903 pocket hammerless is not hammerless. Oct 30, 20 the colt pocket hammerless model 1903 is a very collectible pistol, and a great shooter even by todays standards.

This pistol was once the sidearm of a japanese officer on guadalcanal but remains blood stained with additional damage sustained from usmc scout sniper. The 2nd m1903 pocket was a much smaller and lighter gun also called the model m. The approach to what we now call a carry gun was much different a generation ago. Colts wanted to expand their line of automatic pistols, and thought a slightly smaller version of their pistol chambered.

Oscars rightthere were 3 different types, but for value purposes, the blue book pretty much lumps them. Barrel bushing blue finished 2nd variation for 3 34 long barrel original. Colt s 1903 model m pocket pistols, by gary paul johnston. The resulting guns were the pocket hammerless models of 1903 and 1908. And, as with so many legendary american rifles, shotguns and pistols, it was designed by john moses browning. Production of the colt pocket hammerless aka the model m pretty much died at the end of world war two. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by john w.

Colt brings back limited run of model 1903 hammerless gun. Connecticut with four patented semiautomatic pistols of his design. General officers pistol issued to brigadier general richard holmes harrison in 1955. A new and much revised version of john brunners previous book on the same subject. This is the name of a new series that we will be running here at guns america. It was a compact version of the colt model 1902 sporting model pistol derived from the original colt m1900. The 1903 colt hammerless pocket model unblinking eye.

Colt 1903 pocket hammerless rock island auction company. Apr 03, 2018 production of the colt pocket hammerless aka the model m pretty much died at the end of world war two. This model was manufactured by colt from 1903 to 1946 with over a half million produced. Colt pistols and revolvers for firearms collectors colt. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols john w. Why bother with technical analysis or bonniebustedoutclydewiththisgun historical trivia when you can click and clock john brownings genius.

Basically, both pistols were simply called colt automatic pistol pocket model, hammerless. Shop our selection of colt automatic pistols from the worlds premier auctions and galleries. Included with the pistol is a brown kraft style box with an instruction sheet, a copy of the book the colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by brunner, a 2002 dated colt factory letter with additional letter from the archivist on factory letterhead, a springfield research service letter, and a photocopied department of defense office. Frame is definitely colt and bears the vp verified proof mark on the upper left flat of the trigger guard. Has about 95% original nickel finish, just a bit dulled. History of the colt model 1903 pocket hammerless pistol and where to get. In american english, a pocket pistol is any small, pocketsized semiautomatic pistol suitable for. With a fine colt black box bearing a whiteonblue 25 automatic label on the end and the medallion label on the interior. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols book, 1996. It was published by phillips publications and has a total of 240 pages in the book.

This colt manufactured second variation barrel bushing is for the early model 1903 hammerless pocket. It was initially offered with a 4 inch barrel, but that was shortened to 3. The 1903 was designed by john browning and if you look at it you can see elements. Mechanically, its a simple and reliable straight blowback design with a single action trigger and a fixed barrel. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols by john. The colt model 1903 pocket hammerless is a semiautomatic pistol designed by john browning, and was the 1st of the colt concealed hammer models, followed by the m1908 in. When referring to the pistol generically, ill use the. It was a compact version of the colt model 1902 sporting model pistol derived from the. This particular pistol is pictured in the book colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii by brunner, though unfortunately neither brunner nor the consignor had any leads on the identity of w. There are two volumes i and ii both long since out of print and continuing to rise in price. A slim, pocketsized semiautomatic pistol, the model 1903 was offered by colt in. The first pocket hammerless model m came out in 1903, but in caliber.